2009 Audi R8 vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 631 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Legacy. (225 Nm). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi R8 | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Audi | Subaru |
Model | R8 | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |